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Holy basil also known as Tulsi is a herb native to India. In Ayurveda, it is regarded as a very important plant. Today, it is grown worldwide and can be consumed as a food or a supplement. All parts of this plant: the leaves, stems, seeds and oil are used medicinally. In diabetic, both type 1 and type 2, it …

Understanding Brittle Diabetes and Normal Glucose Levels in the Human Body Referred to the tough to control type 1 diabetes, brittle diabetes involves frequent, extreme swings in blood glucose levels, causing hyperglycemia or hypoglycemia. Also known as labile diabetes, the blood glucose levels often swing from very low to very high. This type of diabetes is not considered to be …

Diabetics tend to confuse or link low blood sugars to panic attack. The helpless feeling of being unwell, heartbeat racing and head spinning along with this you continue to wonder as your body begins to sweat. Then you ask yourself if this is a panic attack or an anxiety onset amidst normal sugar levels. While it may not always be …

Why you need to know about blood sugar levels? A sugar test lets you know about the glucose level in blood. It is important to know about the your sugar level range as it is an important step in managing diabetes risk in the future or related symptoms. A lot of people are pre diabetic, which means they are slowly …

Children need to be throwing tantrums time and again in order to ensure parents are well aware of their needs and wants. Such episodes of bad behavior, however, have started worrying parents about the well-being of their child. While dietary deficiencies tend to be responsible for this, fluctuating blood sugar levels have also been linked to mood swings and irritable …

Managing diabetes is not an impossible task. There are several ways in which you can keep your sugar levels under control. Through the right lifestyle and dietary changes, you can prevent the situation from aggravating and lead a happy and healthy life. There are times where no matter how much you try to maintain a normal sugar level, it always …

What is hypoglycemia? Hypoglycemia occurs when the level of glucose(sugar)  present in the blood falls below normal i.e, Below 4 mmol/L (72mg/dL) Being aware of the early signs of hypoglycemia can help allow better treatment of low blood glucose levels. Awareness is also essential among family and friends so that they can recognise the symptoms sooner. Symptoms of hypoglycemia: The …

Hypoglycemia or low blood sugar is a condition where in the body is unable to get enough glucose supply for proper cell functioning. In such a condition, the body responds with certain warning signs or symptoms of diabetes which may be different for every individual and include: • Weakness • Shakiness • Sweating • Irritability or confusion • Hunger • …

Driving in India can be a great learning experience, especially for amateurs who get to challenge their driving skills every time they hit the Indian roads. While Indian roads surely serve as the most difficult to drive on, moreover due to increasing volume of traffic, it becomes especially difficult for people with diabetes. Observing precautions while on Indian roads is …